"A piece of tranquil and urgent beauty for chorus and string orchestra”

”An exquisite first recording...Beck often goes against the grain, finding fresh means to convey the weighty or hopeful messages, and turning to lyricism rather than overt drama...Beck achieves an intimate portrait of mourning at once comforting and fervent.”

”Brett Scott bring[s] fine focus and nuance to the score's varied demands"

—Donald Rosenberg, Gramophone

“Finding time and space with a requiem”

—On air interview with Daniel Gilliam, Louisville Public Media

"Beck is a distinctive voice in contemporary American music…[this is] an inventive and moving piece…I would warn, though, that this is music for only the finest of choral groups." 

—Paul Althouse, American Record Guide 

“a dynamic yet intimate setting … harmonically alluring … intriguing contrapuntal techniques … and touching simplicity.”

—The Classical Review, ‘Five Albums Worth Your Listen’

“Beck’s Requiem follows in the footsteps of countless great composers who’ve imposed their stamp on the form, and his—commendably compact at fifty-seven minutes—makes for a fine addition to that tradition. …  Requiem positions itself comfortably alongside its predecessors whilst also presenting a personal take.”

– Ron Schepper, Textura